In this theme you will focus on the following 'can do' statements.
Listening (B2):
I can understand in detail the main points in a short video about old buildings that are being used by young companies. I can answer questions about it. and I can discuss it with a classmate.
I can follow extended speech between two teens talking about some buildings.
I can understand simple technical information like an instruction for making an infographic.
Reading (C1)
I can rapidly grasp the content and the significance of an article about the history of tall buildings.
I can read and understand an article in which the writers express points of view about saving old buildings.
I can understand in detail texts about the function and importance of libraries.
I can read information on Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and grasp the most important points.
I can quickly look through a manual (for making an infographic) and find and understand the relevant explanations and help for making a good infographic.
Speaking (B2)
I can start, maintain and close simple face to face conversation about visiting famous buildings and 3D tours.
I can maintain a discussion about old and modern buildings but may sometimes be difficult to follow when trying to say exactly what I would like to.
I can catch the main points in a short video about old buildings that are being used by young companies. I can discuss this topic with a classmate.
I can give or seek personal views and opinions in an informal discussion about libraries.
I can describe the short passages orally in a simple way.
Writing (B2)
I can write a fact file about a building I think it could be 'The Eight Wonder of the Modern World'. I can research this building and gather and complete the information in a fact file.
I can write a discursive essay on the topic: should old buildings be pulled down to make way for new buildings.
I can write a letter to the editor, with my points of view.
I can write connected texts in a short paragraph about possible changes to cities and can express personal views.